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◁ American Flamingo

American flamingos are large wading birds. Their bright pinky-red feathers make them instantly recognizable. The word flamingo has roots in the Spanish word flamengo, meaning “flame-colored.” Get ready for lots of pinks, reds, and feather details to capture this flamingo’s fire-colored hues. I couldn't resist capturing all the tail feathers in this flamingo, so it's a close-up shot.

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